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Map and Compass Fundamentals
with Alice Bean Andrenyak

Hike, snowshoe, geocache, hunt, and enjoy the woods and fields of Maine with confidence that you can read a topographic map, understand the symbols, know which way a river flows, plot a course bearing, use online resources, and how to get to safety. Familiarization to using a compass and map outdoors included. Students must have a DeLorme Maine Gazetteer, and a 2-degree baseplate compass. This course is offered via Zoom over two sessions. This is a LEVEL 1 program.
Map and Compass, Level 1
with Alice Bean Andrenyak

Hike, snowshoe, geocache, hunt, and enjoy the woods and fields of Maine with confidence that you can read a topographic map, understand the symbols, know which way a river flows, plot a course bearing, use online resources, and how to get to safety. Familiarization to using a compass and map outdoors included. Students must have a DeLorme Maine Gazetteer, and a 2-degree baseplate compass. This is a Zoom class.
Sketching Studio: Animal Anatomy for Artists
with Ed Higgins

If you are interested in honing your drawing skills using animal anatomy as a jumping off point, this is the class for you! Each class will begin with warm up drills designed to steer you away from fussiness, assumptive details and perfectionism, and focus your right brain on to observation and proportional accuracy. We will work from reference photos and videos, castings, and hopefully from visiting guest pets. Past attendance in one of Ed Higgins’ previous classes is recommended, but if you have never taken a class with Ed before, please contact him before signing up (ed_higgins@icloud.com). The minimum materials list for this class is a sketchbook, pencils, white vinyl eraser, and pad of larger paper. *No Class: 4/22.
Intro to Macrame: A Plant Hanger
with Sarah McDarby

Come learn the basics of macrame in this 1-day workshop designed to introduce you to the craft. We will cover basic terminology and techniques that will help you get started with a small project, a plant hanger. A $10 materials fee, payable to the instructor, must be paid on the night of the workshop.
The Fundamentals of Creative Writing
with Violet Hart

In this 8-week course, we’ll explore the basics of creative writing, including the various mediums, genres, and publication routes available to you, and we’ll practice the fundamental skills and habits you’ll use to become a successful writer. This class is open to students of all skill levels, and whether you’re ready to become the next Stephen King or just want to put pen to paper and have some fun, there’s a place for you here. *No Class: 4/22.
Landscape Studio in Pastel
with Ed Higgins

Get ready for the upcoming summer plein air season by studying and exploring spring landscapes in pastel from the comfort of Room 3. We’ll warm up as usual with speed sketching, do our astronaut stuff, finding our process, developing our palette, getting color in our colors, and trying out new grounds and surfaces. Enrollment is limited to students who have taken some pastel, plein air painting, sketching, color, open studio or astronaut class with Ed Higgins. All others, please contact the instructor before signing up (ed_higgins@icloud.com). Minimum materials list for this class is a set of soft pastels, and several sanded/pastel ground surfaces or boards to paint on. *No Class: 4/23. **Special note about art materials: Please do not call our office about materials. Come to the first class with your favorite sketchbook and drawing pencils & pens. Suggested materials will be discussed by the instructor on the first day of classes. Thank you.
Oil Painting Portrait Studio
with Ed Higgins

The next installment in Ed Higgins’ popular oil painting atelier will be concentrating on portraits. Some prior experience with oil paints or past attendance in one of Ed’s portrait classes is recommended, but new students should contact the instructor prior to signing up (ed_higgins@icloud.com). We will warm up with speed sketches, develop individual projects, and have occasional guest sitters. Minimum material requirements for this class are: an easel, surfaces to paint on, a set of oil paints (portrait colors), brushes, Liquin original gel medium, Odorless paint thinner, and lots of rags. *No Class: 4/23. **Special note about art materials: Please do not call our office about materials. Come to the first class with your favorite sketchbook and drawing pencils & pens. Suggested materials will be discussed by the instructor on the first day of classes. Thank you.
Introduction to Upholstery
with Kate Hedlund-Groden

This hands-on workshop introduces students to the foundational skills of upholstery. Students will reupholster a set of dining chairs. Over the course of the class, students will learn how to transform outdated chair seats into beautiful, functional pieces using a variety of upholstery tools and techniques. Each student will reupholster 4-6 dining chair seats, gaining experience with the basic processes involved in upholstery. Through guided instruction, students will become familiar with a variety of tools. Students will also learn how to select fabrics, measure and cut cushioning materials, and properly assemble a finished seat. Emphasis will be placed on precision, attention to detail, and safety with each tool. Whether you're looking to refresh your dining room or gain a new skill, this course provides the perfect introduction to the art of upholstery. Course Highlights: +Learn how to reupholster dining chair seats with modern and traditional techniques. +Hands-on practice with upholstery tools: pneumatic staple gun, wooden mallet, staple remover, and pliers. +Scissors, rulers, and measuring tape will also be part of our tool kit. +Guidance on fabric selection, cutting, and stapling. +Basic seat assembly, padding, and finishing. +Safety procedures and proper tool usage. +Design tips for customizing chair seats to match your style. Materials: Students will need to provide their own fabric. All other materials will be provided. Recommendations on where to purchase fabric can be found on my website: khgupholstery.com. The following materials will be provided: foam, cotton, Dacron, spray glue, staples, muslin. All tools will be provided for use during the class. What to Bring: Your chairs! Please email a picture of your chairs to khgupholstery@gmail.com. This will help me estimate materials for the group and anticipate any details to mention. I recognize that vehicle sizes may prohibit people from bringing all of their chairs to the class. If this is the case, only one chair is needed (as long as all of the chairs are the same). Be sure to remove the seats from all chairs to be reupholstered. Having one chair on site will allow us to see how the seat sits on the frame. *Be sure to have your new fabric selected for the second class. **$10/chair for materials fee. With the exception of new fabric, all materials and tools will be provided. If preferred, bring a pair of gloves, safety glasses, and/or mask to wear while removing materials from the chair. Old foam can be dusty!